1814’s New Visual LIVE Project Celebrates Connection & Collaboration
One of Aotearoa’s most beloved reggae bands is set to enter an renaissance era with the release of 1814: Live Project, a stunning visual album and live recording featuring 1814 anthems with fresh arrangements, special guest collaborations, and some of New Zealand’s best talent.
Led by original member Jimmy Colbert, the project honours the extraordinary 22-year legacy established by his father and 1814 founder Patu Colbert and brother Shaun Colbert, while introducing a new generation of listeners to the music that has become synonymous with Aotearoa reggae.
Captured by producer and videographer Christian Tjandrawinata, the visual album showcases the warmth, musicianship and iconic riffs that have become hallmarks of the 1814 sound.
The Boondocks & Devilskin Light Up The Rock 2000 Live
Every year, New Zealand’s iconic rock station, The Rock, runs The Rock 2000 - the country’s biggest annual music countdown, driven entirely by listener votes to determine the top 2,000 rock tracks of all time.
Alt-rock Four-piece Half/Angel Land Cover of Spotify’s Fresh Finds AU & NZ
If you haven’t heard of Half/Angel it’s time to wake up!
Greatsouth Lands Spot on Spotify’s Waiata Reo Māori Cover Rotation Following Standout BIGSOUND Showcases
Rising Aotearoa artist Greatsouth, the project of Papakura-based musician Payton Taplin (Te Rarawa, Ngāti Kahungunu ki Wairarapa), continues his rapid momentum as he joins the 6-artist rotation for the front cover of Spotify’s flagship Waiata Reo Māori playlist. The placement highlights his breakout track, It’s getting hotti – demo, an intimate, raw cut that has […]
We Celebrate Deva Mahal Making The Top 5 Finalists For The 2026 APRA Silver Scroll Awards
This year, our very own Deva Mahal has been nominated for her 2026 single Someone's Daughter.
More Views, Same Revenue? Decoding YouTube’s Latest Metric Shift!
If public view counts across long-form YouTube content look like they are climbing faster than usual, it isn't an anomaly.
We Celebrate Mel Parsons Hitting #1 On The Official Top 40 Albums Chart
We were beyond stoked to celebrate a massive milestone for Mel Parsons, whose latest album Castle Hill has officially hit #1 on the Official Top 40 Albums chart!